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EU reassesses whether to hold July UK summit after Starmer resignation announcement

The European Union is reassessing whether to hold a summit with Britain as planned on July 22 after British Prime Minister Keith Starmer said he would resign, a European

EU reassesses whether to hold July UK summit after Starmer resignation announcement
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German industry association BDI cuts 2026 growth forecast, urges reforms

Germany's industry association BDI sharply lowered its growth outlook for 2026 on Monday and warned that the country's industrial base remains under

German industry association BDI cuts 2026 growth forecast, urges reforms
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Romania's nominated PM fails confidence vote in parliament, political crisis deepens

Romania's Prime Minister-designate Adrian Vestea failed to win parliament's vote of confidence late on Monday after the far-right  opposition refused to

Romania's nominated PM fails confidence vote in parliament, political crisis deepens
Business|Europe|Technology

Ferrari denies making access to limited edition models conditional on Luce EV purchase  

Ferrari is not forcing clients to buy its divisive Luce electric car to qualify for the purchase of the luxury carmaker's next limited-series models, Chief Marketing and

Ferrari denies making access to limited edition models conditional on Luce EV purchase  
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Andy Burnham: The charismatic mayor who’s likely to be Britain’s next prime minister

Andy Burnham: The charismatic mayor who’s likely to be Britain’s next prime minister

Andy Burnham: The charismatic mayor who’s likely to be Britain’s next prime minister
Arts|Economy|Education|Europe|Finance|Political

German state election draws Bauhaus into AfD culture war

A century after its birth as a

German state election draws Bauhaus into AfD culture war
Europe|Political|World

Kremlin accuses Ukraine of threatening sovereignty of close Russian ally Belarus

The Kremlin on Monday accused Ukraine of threatening the sovereignty of close Russian ally Belarus after Kyiv gave Minsk a week to remove signal relay stations it said were

Kremlin accuses Ukraine of threatening sovereignty of close Russian ally Belarus
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US curbs on AI spur European firms to spread the risk

Limits on access to some U.S. artificial intelligence services are pushing major European companies

US curbs on AI spur European firms to spread the risk
Economy|Environment|Europe|Political|World

Unloved Starmer quits as UK PM after just two years

Keir Starmer was once hailed as the leader who would bring pragmatism and stability to Britain after years of political chaos.

Unloved Starmer quits as UK PM after just two years
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets

EasyJet rejects $6.3 billion bid as Castlelake makes takeover proposal public

Castlelake made public its £4.74 billion ($6.26 billion) takeover plan for easyJet on Monday, ramping up pressure on the board of the budget airline, which promptly

EasyJet rejects $6.3 billion bid as Castlelake makes takeover proposal public
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Ten years on, Britain counts the cost of Brexit

Ten years on, Britain counts the cost of Brexit

Ten years on, Britain counts the cost of Brexit
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Germany plans to take 40% in Leopard tank maker KNDS, joining France as stakeholder

The German government says it intends to take a 40% stake in defense contractor KNDS, whose products include Leopard and Leclerc tanks, as it tries to strengthen European production along with NATO ally France

Germany plans to take 40% in Leopard tank maker KNDS, joining France as stakeholder
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European shares close higher on US-Iran talks; UK's Starmer resigns

European shares edged higher on Monday as investors assessed the latest round of U.S.-Iran negotiations for signs of progress

European shares close higher on US-Iran talks; UK's Starmer resigns
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Europe braces for prolonged heatwave as temperatures approach 40C

A severe heatwave gripped much of Europe on Sunday, with temperatures nearing 40 degrees Celsius (104 degrees Fahrenheit), prompting nationwide warnings,

Europe braces for prolonged heatwave as temperatures approach 40C
Economy|Europe|World

Ukraine to decide who represents Europe in Russia talks, Zelenskiy says

Ukraine will decide who represents Europe in any negotiations with Russia, President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said in an interview with Ukrainian media published late on Sunday.

Ukraine to decide who represents Europe in Russia talks, Zelenskiy says
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Moscow shoots down more than 80 drones; Russian attacks kill six in Ukraine

Moscow shot down dozens of drones in the early hours of Monday, just days after a repeated Ukrainian strike on the city's oil refinery, while Russian attacks in Ukraine killed at

Moscow shoots down more than 80 drones; Russian attacks kill six in Ukraine
Europe|World

One killed, three injured as Russia hits Odesa region with Iskander missile, governor says

One person was killed and three injured after Russia hit Ukraine's southern Odesa region with an Iskander ballistic missile on Sunday evening, Oleh Kiper, the regional governor,

One killed, three injured as Russia hits Odesa region with Iskander missile, governor says
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Iran's challenges at World Cup swirl outside draw with Belgium

Iran took another important step toward advancing in the World Cup, but once again the off-the-field play dominated the conversation

Iran's challenges at World Cup swirl outside draw with Belgium
Asia|Europe|Sports|World

Lamine Yamal scores 10 minutes into his first World Cup start and gives Spain liftoff

Welcome to the World Cup, Lamine Yamal

Lamine Yamal scores 10 minutes into his first World Cup start and gives Spain liftoff
Europe|Political|World

Thousands of Czechs rally against a government plan to overhaul the funding of public broadcasters

Thousands of Czechs are rallying in Prague to protest a government plan to overhaul the funding for public broadcasters

Thousands of Czechs rally against a government plan to overhaul the funding of public broadcasters
Environment|Europe|Health|World

France restricts public alcohol consumption and outdoor sports as heat wave bakes parts of Europe

France is in the grips of a severe heat wave, leading to canceled trains, concerts and sports events

France restricts public alcohol consumption and outdoor sports as heat wave bakes parts of Europe
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Trump says Starmer ‘will resign’ amid speculation UK PM could quit as soon as Monday

Trump says Starmer ‘will resign’ amid speculation UK PM could quit as soon as Monday

Trump says Starmer ‘will resign’ amid speculation UK PM could quit as soon as Monday
Business|Europe|World

Poland PM Tusk says political row with Ukraine is 'strategic mistake'

A conflict between politicians in Poland and Ukraine is a strategic mistake that will harm both sides, Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk said on Sunday, seeking to defuse a

Poland PM Tusk says political row with Ukraine is 'strategic mistake'
Business|Europe|World

Marchers in Prague protest government's public media funding changes

Thousands marched in Prague on Sunday to protest against the Czech government's planned overhaul of a decades-old financing system for public media, which critics say cuts

Marchers in Prague protest government's public media funding changes
Europe|Political|World

Trump says Starmer will resign as UK prime minister

Embattled British Prime Minister Keir Starmer will step down from his post, U.S. President Donald Trump posted on Sunday. 

Trump says Starmer will resign as UK prime minister
Education|Europe|Political|World

Erdogan orders talks to reopen Orthodox Christian seminary in Turkey, a focus for Trump

Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan ordered officials on Sunday to resume talks on reopening an Orthodox Christian seminary near Istanbul, an issue raised by U.S.

Erdogan orders talks to reopen Orthodox Christian seminary in Turkey, a focus for Trump
Business|Europe|Political|World

UK's Starmer considers political future, could decide as soon as Monday

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer was considering his political future on Sunday, after rival Andy Burnham's decisive election

UK's Starmer considers political future, could decide as soon as Monday
Crime|Europe

Wife of Spanish PM forbidden to leave country as corruption probes pile up

Wife of Spanish PM forbidden to leave country as corruption probes pile up

Wife of Spanish PM forbidden to leave country as corruption probes pile up
Europe|Political|Technology|World

No-fly zone for Iran talks disrupted flights at Zurich airport, authorities say

A technical fault in air traffic control, triggered by security measures for peace talks between the U.S. and Iran in Switzerland, caused disruptions at Zurich airport on

No-fly zone for Iran talks disrupted flights at Zurich airport, authorities say
Arts|Business|Entertainment|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|Lifestyle

Moschino names Loris Messina and Simone Rizzo as creative directors

Italian fashion brand Moschino has appointed Loris Messina and Simone Rizzo as creative directors effective immediately, replacing Adrian Appiolaza, parent company Aeffe said on

Moschino names Loris Messina and Simone Rizzo as creative directors
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Ukrainian attacks prompt Russian-held Crimea to halt civilian gasoline sales

Officials in Russia-occupied Crimea have suspended civilian gasoline sales as Ukraine increases attacks on fuel supplies

Ukrainian attacks prompt Russian-held Crimea to halt civilian gasoline sales
Europe|World

Pope Leo XIV exalts first American saint Cabrini as a model for Christians for her care of migrants

Pope Leo XIV holding up America's first saint, Mother Frances Cabrini, as a model for Christians today because of her care for migrants in need

Pope Leo XIV exalts first American saint Cabrini as a model for Christians for her care of migrants
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Zelenskiy warns of impending massive Russian attack on Ukraine

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Saturday that Russian forces were preparing an impending massive attack on Ukraine and warned residents to take special care as Russian

Zelenskiy warns of impending massive Russian attack on Ukraine
Election|Europe|Finance|Political|World

Thousands rally in Serbia's north to demand early elections

Thousands protested in Serbia’s northern city of Novi Sad on Saturday to mark the 2024 deaths of 16 people after a railway station awning collapsed and demand snap

Thousands rally in Serbia's north to demand early elections
Europe|Political|World

Report says UK PM Starmer ready to quit, but source says he is still focused on the job

Britain's Observer newspaper said Prime Minister Keir Starmer was expected to resign on Monday and set out a timetable for his

Report says UK PM Starmer ready to quit, but source says he is still focused on the job
Europe|Political|World

Zelenskiy again urges Belarus to dismantle relay stations

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy urged authorities in neighbouring Belarus for the second day running to dismantle relay stations he said were playing a role in staging

Zelenskiy again urges Belarus to dismantle relay stations
Europe|Political|Science|Technology|World

Ukraine's Zelenskiy confirms drone strike on refining facilities in Russia's Tyumen region

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Saturday that Ukrainian drones had struck an oil refinery in Russia's Tyumen Region in western Siberia, more than 2,000 km (1,200

Ukraine's Zelenskiy confirms drone strike on refining facilities in Russia's Tyumen region
Business|Crime|Entertainment|Europe|Technology

A founder of Assassin's Creed maker Ubisoft killed in a plane crash in western France

A founder of Ubisoft, the global gaming company behind Assassin’s Creed, has been killed in a plane crash in western France

A founder of Assassin's Creed maker Ubisoft killed in a plane crash in western France
Europe|Political|World

Ukraine's Zelenskiy says he returned state decoration to Polish president

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Saturday he had returned a state decoration a day after Poland's president said he had

Ukraine's Zelenskiy says he returned state decoration to Polish president
Europe|Political|World

Italy's Meloni tells Trump to focus on his own popularity as row rumbles on

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni told U.S.

Italy's Meloni tells Trump to focus on his own popularity as row rumbles on
Arts|Environment|Europe|Health|World

France bans alcohol consumption at music festivals under red heatwave alert

France said on Saturday that alcohol consumption during the annual Fete de la Musique festivals would be banned on June 21 in the departments or administrative districts

France bans alcohol consumption at music festivals under red heatwave alert
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Spanish judge orders prime minister's wife to face corruption trial and surrender her passport

A Spanish investigative judge has ruled that the wife of Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez will face trial on charges of influence peddling and corruption

Spanish judge orders prime minister's wife to face corruption trial and surrender her passport
Europe|Political|World

Zelenskyy returns Poland's highest honor after Polish leader revokes it in a spat over history

Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelenskyy has returned a state honor to Poland after the Polish president revoked it

Zelenskyy returns Poland's highest honor after Polish leader revokes it in a spat over history
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Spanish premier Sanchez's wife must stand trial on corruption charges, judge rules

The wife of Spanish Socialist prime minister Pedro Sanchez must stand trial on corruption charges and has been banned from going abroad, a judge ruled on Saturday.

Spanish premier Sanchez's wife must stand trial on corruption charges, judge rules
Crime|Europe|Health|World

Nine people remain in critical condition after fatal UK train crash

Nine people remain in a critical condition following a train crash on Friday near Bedford, about 60 miles (100 km) north of London, in which the driver of one of the

Nine people remain in critical condition after fatal UK train crash
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Paris police arrest 20 as demonstrators defy ban on Iran opposition rally

Protestors against political executions in Iran gathered in Paris on Saturday in defiance of a ban on the rally, at which police arrested 20 people, according to organisers.

Paris police arrest 20 as demonstrators defy ban on Iran opposition rally
Europe|Political|World

Switzerland says US-Iran talks continue at Bürgenstock, declines to identify participants

Switzerland continues to provide a "discreet and reliable setting" at Bürgenstock to facilitate discussions on implementing a memorandum of understanding between the U.S. and Iran,

Switzerland says US-Iran talks continue at Bürgenstock, declines to identify participants
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‘The Godfather’ landed in this Sicilian village in 1971. Life was never the same again

‘The Godfather’ landed in this Sicilian village in 1971. Life was never the same again

‘The Godfather’ landed in this Sicilian village in 1971. Life was never the same again
Europe|Food|Health

Why a 2,000-year-old low-fat, high-protein cheese is taking over French dairy aisles

Why a 2,000-year-old low-fat, high-protein cheese is taking over French dairy aisles

Why a 2,000-year-old low-fat, high-protein cheese is taking over French dairy aisles
Crime|Europe|World

One dead after freight trains collide in Munich

One person has died after two cargo trains collided on a bridge in Munich in the early hours of Saturday, causing two of the carriages to derail and crash onto the street

One dead after freight trains collide in Munich
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|MidEast|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Inside Trump’s mad dash to sign an agreement with Iran

Inside Trump’s mad dash to sign an agreement with Iran

Inside Trump’s mad dash to sign an agreement with Iran
Europe|Political|World

Zelenskiy's chief of staff renounces Polish medal amid WW2 dispute

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy's chief of staff said on Saturday he was renouncing a Polish state medal after President Karol Nawrocki stripped Zelenskiy of Poland's top

Zelenskiy's chief of staff renounces Polish medal amid WW2 dispute
Business|Economy|Europe

Porsche CEO aims to finalise new cost-cutting package by July, FAS reports

Porsche CEO Michael Leiters expects a swift conclusion to negotiations on a second cost-cutting package at the German sports car maker, according to an interview with Frankfurter

Porsche CEO aims to finalise new cost-cutting package by July, FAS reports
Business|Crime|Europe|World

One killed and dozens injured in train collision north of London

A train driver was killed and dozens more injured in a collision between two commuter services about 60 miles (100 km) north of London on Friday afternoon.

One killed and dozens injured in train collision north of London
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Cuba pushes through sweeping free-market reforms in biggest economic shift since the revolution

Observers are calling Cuba’s new free-market reforms the most sweeping economic overhaul on the island’s communist economy since the Cuban revolution while the grandson of former President Raúl Castro says in an interview that Cuba must seek to move its economy forward

Cuba pushes through sweeping free-market reforms in biggest economic shift since the revolution
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Israeli envoy and UN official clash at hearing on children in conflict

Diplomatic niceties broke down at the United Nations on Friday when Israel's ambassador and the U.N. secretary-general's special representative for children and armed conflict

Israeli envoy and UN official clash at hearing on children in conflict
Crime|Europe|World

Two trains collide north of London, killing at least 1 person and seriously injuring dozens

Emergency services rushed to the scene of a collision between two trains north of London on Friday afternoon that killed one person

Two trains collide north of London, killing at least 1 person and seriously injuring dozens
Europe|Political|World

Poland strips Zelenskiy of top honour as WW2 dispute sours ties

Poland's president has decided to strip Volodymyr Zelenskiy of the country's top honour after the Ukrainian president caused outrage by renaming an army unit after the

Poland strips Zelenskiy of top honour as WW2 dispute sours ties
Europe|Political|World

Zelenskiy says Belarus should remove equipment used in attacks on Ukraine in one week

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Friday that a week should be enough for Belarusian leader Alexander Lukashenko to remove equipment from his country used by Russia

Zelenskiy says Belarus should remove equipment used in attacks on Ukraine in one week
Europe|Political|World

Italy's Meloni says Trump 'totally invented' story that she begged him for photo

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni accused her one-time close ally Donald Trump of fabricating a story about her on Friday, after the

Italy's Meloni says Trump 'totally invented' story that she begged him for photo
Europe|Political|World

Meloni slams Trump's claim she 'begged' for a photo with him as Italy's top diplomat cancels US trip

Italy's government has closed ranks to slam U.S. President Donald Trump over his claim that Premier Giorgia Meloni had “begged” for a photo with him during the recent G7 summit

Meloni slams Trump's claim she 'begged' for a photo with him as Italy's top diplomat cancels US trip
Europe|Political|World

France opposes return hubs for migrants in third countries, Macron says

French President Emmanuel Macron said on Friday that his country does not support the creation of so-called "return hubs"

France opposes return hubs for migrants in third countries, Macron says
Europe|Political|World

Ukraine accepts proposal from Brazil's Lula to work for peace, Kyiv adviser says

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has accepted an offer from Brazilian leader Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva to help work for a peace deal in Russia's war in Ukraine, a Ukrainian

Ukraine accepts proposal from Brazil's Lula to work for peace, Kyiv adviser says
Europe|Political|World

From Trump whisperer to Trump basher: Meloni takes on US president

When Donald Trump was sworn in for his second term as U.S. president in 2025, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni was the only European

From Trump whisperer to Trump basher: Meloni takes on US president
Education|Europe|Political|Technology|World

Norway imposes near ban on AI in elementary school

Norway is imposing a near ban on the use of generative AI tools by elementary school pupils while also restricting their use in the education of older children to prevent a

Norway imposes near ban on AI in elementary school
Australia|Business|Economy|Europe|Lifestyle|Technology|Travel

Qantas locks in launch date for Sydney-London nonstop flights as it debuts the custom jet designed for the trip

Qantas locks in launch date for Sydney-London nonstop flights as it debuts the custom jet designed for the trip

Qantas locks in launch date for Sydney-London nonstop flights as it debuts the custom jet designed for the trip
Election|Europe|Political|World

Who is Andy Burnham, the lawmaker seeking to replace Keir Starmer

Andy Burnham is a political insider turned outsider aiming to be Britain’s next prime minister

Who is Andy Burnham, the lawmaker seeking to replace Keir Starmer
Europe|Political|World

EU leader Costa's Kremlin overture exposes divisions over contacts with Russia

A diplomatic overture to the Kremlin by European Council President Antonio Costa has exposed divisions among EU

EU leader Costa's Kremlin overture exposes divisions over contacts with Russia
Europe|Political|World

Russia tells Europe: Yes to talks, no to ultimatums

Russia said on Friday it was open to dialogue with European countries but would not accept ultimatums, as signs increase that the EU may seek talks with

Russia tells Europe: Yes to talks, no to ultimatums
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance

BMW prepares for talks with staff in wake of profit warning

BMW and staff representatives are preparing for talks after the German premium carmaker issued a profit warning this week and said it would accelerate

BMW prepares for talks with staff in wake of profit warning
Crime|Europe|Sports|World

Morocco star Achraf Hakimi will stand trial in a rape case, French appeals court confirms

A French appeals court confirms that Paris Saint-Germain and Morocco star player Achraf Hakimi will stand trial in a rape case

Morocco star Achraf Hakimi will stand trial in a rape case, French appeals court confirms
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World

Simplifying Europe's bank rules could unlock €2 trillion in lending, industry says

Europe's banking sector could boost lending by more than €2 trillion ($2.2 trillion) if regulators were to simplify rules while maintaining financial

Simplifying Europe's bank rules could unlock €2 trillion in lending, industry says
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Police order last-minute ban of Iranian opposition rally in Paris

French police banned the Paris-based NCRI Iranian opposition from holding a rally on Saturday, saying there was a risk of clashes between activists holding

Police order last-minute ban of Iranian opposition rally in Paris
Crime|Europe|Political|World

ICC chief prosecutor Khan suspended by British lawyers' regulator

International Criminal Court chief prosecutor Karim Khan, who has been accused of sexual misconduct, has been suspended by

ICC chief prosecutor Khan suspended by British lawyers' regulator
Africa|Europe|Health|Political|World

African lawmakers back push for tougher anti-LGBT laws after Ghana conference

Lawmakers from more than a dozen African countries have pledged to push new bills restricting LGBT rights, after a conference in

African lawmakers back push for tougher anti-LGBT laws after Ghana conference
Environment|Europe|Political|Travel|World

Norway to open a consulate in Greenland, supporting Arctic strategy

Norway will open a consulate general in Greenland's capital Nuuk, headed by a Norwegian diplomat, Norway's Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Stoere said on Friday. U.S.

Norway to open a consulate in Greenland, supporting Arctic strategy
Economy|Europe|World

EU leaders to discuss new sources of financing for EU budget in Oct

European Union leaders on Friday asked Ireland, which takes over the rotating EU presidency in July, to propose by October new sources of money for

EU leaders to discuss new sources of financing for EU budget in Oct
Europe|World

France's foreign ministry denies asking for ban of Iranian opposition rally

France's foreign ministry denied on Friday that it had asked for the ban of an Iranian opposition rally that had been due to take place on Saturday in Paris.

France's foreign ministry denies asking for ban of Iranian opposition rally
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Europe's mid-sized inflation shock requires measured response, ECB's Lane says

The euro zone economy is in the midst of a mid-sized inflation shock, with inflation holding above 3% for the rest of the year, a situation that requires a "measured" policy

Europe's mid-sized inflation shock requires measured response, ECB's Lane says
Europe|Political|World

UK's Starmer says he will stand in any leadership contest

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said on Friday he would stand in any leadership contest, after potential rival Andy Burnham won a vote for a parliamentary seat to

UK's Starmer says he will stand in any leadership contest
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Maddest hats at the frightfully British Royal Ascot races

Maddest hats at the frightfully British Royal Ascot races

Maddest hats at the frightfully British Royal Ascot races
Europe|Sports|World

Arsenal starts Premier League title defense against promoted Coventry

Arsenal will begin its Premier League title defense at home against newly promoted Coventry, kicking off the league’s 2026-27 season on August 21

Arsenal starts Premier League title defense against promoted Coventry
Americas|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Czech Republic will miss NATO defence spending target again this year, PM Babis says

The Czech Republic will not meet NATO's minimum defence spending target again this year, but will aim to meet it from 2027, Prime Minister Andrej Babis said on Friday.

Czech Republic will miss NATO defence spending target again this year, PM Babis says
Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

No UN sanctions lifting on Iran without France's approval, foreign minister says

France wants to play a role in talks dealing with Iran's nuclear programme and will not approve the lifting of UN sanctions unless it is satisfied by the terms of a final

No UN sanctions lifting on Iran without France's approval, foreign minister says
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World

ECB’s Wunsch keeps July hike in play even as Iran deal eases energy prices

The European Central Bank may raise interest rates one more time as soon as next month if it sees more evidence of euro zone inflation spreading

ECB’s Wunsch keeps July hike in play even as Iran deal eases energy prices
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Weather warms up UK retail sales in May in boost for economy

British consumers did more shopping in May and April's sharp drop was revised up as hot weather boosted sales of summer items like fans and paddling pools,

Weather warms up UK retail sales in May in boost for economy
Europe|Sports|Travel|World

Scotland fans marry at Boston City Hall during World Cup trip

Scotland fans marry at Boston City Hall during World Cup trip

Scotland fans marry at Boston City Hall during World Cup trip
Europe|World

Zelenskiy: best guarantee of Europe's future is fast-track EU membership for Ukraine

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy told an EU summit on Thursday the future of Europe was being shaped by the defence of Ukraine and the best

Zelenskiy: best guarantee of Europe's future is fast-track EU membership for Ukraine
Europe|Political|Sports|Travel|World

Jonathan David's hat trick propels Canada to its first World Cup win, 6-0 over Qatar

Jonathan David scored three goals and Canada won its first World Cup match while all but securing a spot in the knockout round with a 6-0 victory over Qatar

Jonathan David's hat trick propels Canada to its first World Cup win, 6-0 over Qatar
Economy|Europe|Political|World

EU leaders agree to renew Russia sanctions for 12 months

European Union leaders agreed on Thursday to renew sanctions against Russia over its war against Ukraine for another 12 months, a spokesperson for the chair of the

EU leaders agree to renew Russia sanctions for 12 months
Election|Europe|Political|World

Voters cast ballots in Makerfield poll crucial to PM Starmer's future

The northern English area of Makerfield votes on Thursday in a local election that could return Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham to parliament,

Voters cast ballots in Makerfield poll crucial to PM Starmer's future
Europe|Political|World

Hegseth attacks NATO allies and announces a review of US forces in Europe

U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has announced a six-month Pentagon review of American forces in Europe

Hegseth attacks NATO allies and announces a review of US forces in Europe
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Slovak government wins confidence vote after debt breach

Slovakia's parliament backed the government on Thursday in a confidence vote triggered by a breach of the country's legal debt limits, but the move sharpened debate over fiscal

Slovak government wins confidence vote after debt breach
Europe|Political|World

EU leader Costa's Kremlin overture exposes divisions over contacts with Russia

A diplomatic overture to the Kremlin by European Council President Antonio Costa has exposed divisions among EU

EU leader Costa's Kremlin overture exposes divisions over contacts with Russia
Europe|Technology|World

Ukraine, Germany sign agreement on anti-ballistic capabilities, Zelenskiy says

Ukraine and Germany signed an agreement on anti-ballistic capabilities, President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Thursday, calling on other Western allies to join the effort and

Ukraine, Germany sign agreement on anti-ballistic capabilities, Zelenskiy says
Business|Europe|Science|Technology|World

Sweden may oppose Tesla's supervised self-driving tech in Europe over speeding concerns

A Swedish transport authority is recommending a vote against the Europe-wide rollout of Tesla's supervised self-driving

Sweden may oppose Tesla's supervised self-driving tech in Europe over speeding concerns
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Allies announce $1 billion for Ukraine weapons package under PURL, Kyiv's defence minister says

Ukraine's allies have announced contributions to NATO's Prioritised Ukraine Requirements List programme for $1 billion at a meeting of the Ukraine

Allies announce $1 billion for Ukraine weapons package under PURL, Kyiv's defence minister says
Africa|Crime|Europe|Sports|World

Ivory Coast says striker Elye Wahi will be allowed into Canada for the team's next World Cup match

Ivory Coast striker Elye Wahi, under investigation for alleged betting-related offenses, has received authorization to enter Canada for his nation’s World Cup match against Germany, the Ivorian soccer federation says

Ivory Coast says striker Elye Wahi will be allowed into Canada for the team's next World Cup match
Americas|Environment|Europe|World

An ancient oak tree said to have sheltered legendary Robin Hood has died

The 1,200-year-old Major Oak in Sherwood Forest, linked to the legend of Robin Hood, is believed to have died

An ancient oak tree said to have sheltered legendary Robin Hood has died
Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World

Macron's diplomatic efforts bring Trump closer to European views

French President Emmanuel Macron's effort to court U.S. President Donald Trump culminated in a surprise moment at the Versailles Palace

Macron's diplomatic efforts bring Trump closer to European views
Business|Crime|Europe|World

Ukrainian drones set a Moscow refinery ablaze in a major attack on the Russian capital

Ukraine has hit a major Moscow oil refinery for the second time in a week, disrupting hundreds of flights at the capital's airports

Ukrainian drones set a Moscow refinery ablaze in a major attack on the Russian capital
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World

BMW 'on right track', chairman says, as profit warning hits shares

BMW is "on the right track" with its next-generation models, supervisory board Chairman Nicolas Peter said on Thursday, days after a shock profit warning

BMW 'on right track', chairman says, as profit warning hits shares
Business|Economy|Europe

Italy neutral on Monte Paschi, may sell its stake through share placement

The Italian government will take a neutral stance regarding merger and acquisition moves targeting bailed-out bank ​Monte dei Paschi di Siena (MPS), the

Italy neutral on Monte Paschi, may sell its stake through share placement
Americas|Asia|Europe|MidEast|Sports|World

World Cup squads showcase faith and unity amid deep social divisions at home

While many of the World Cup’s competing nations are wracked by social divisions, some of the teams offer strikingly positive examples of how players from different backgrounds and religious faiths can cooperate

World Cup squads showcase faith and unity amid deep social divisions at home
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Ukraine launches largest attack on Moscow since start of full-scale war

Ukraine launches largest attack on Moscow since start of full-scale war

Ukraine launches largest attack on Moscow since start of full-scale war
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

QUOTES-Bank of England policymakers set out views on rates outlook in minutes of June meeting

The Bank of England left interest rates on hold at 3.75% on Thursday after a split 7-2 vote by its Monetary Policy Committee.

QUOTES-Bank of England policymakers set out views on rates outlook in minutes of June meeting
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Germany deploys ships to Red Sea for possible Hormuz mission, minister says

Germany is deploying two ships to the Red Sea in preparation for a possible military mission in the Strait of Hormuz, Germany's defence minister, Boris Pistorius, said on

Germany deploys ships to Red Sea for possible Hormuz mission, minister says
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World

UniCredit turned to CEO Orcel's brother to broker Russia sale

Riccardo Orcel, a former senior banker at Russian state-backed bank VTB Group and brother of UniCredit CEO

UniCredit turned to CEO Orcel's brother to broker Russia sale
Europe|Political|US|World

Pentagon open to Poland's offer to host permanent U.S. base, Polish minister says

The U.S.

Pentagon open to Poland's offer to host permanent U.S. base, Polish minister says
Economy|Environment|Europe|World

Ukraine brings the war to Moscow as huge blasts shake refinery

The blast was so powerful that the huge disc-shaped lid of an oil storage tank was launched into the sky over Moscow like a frisbee.

Ukraine brings the war to Moscow as huge blasts shake refinery
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Suspect in killing of a Russian artist critical of Putin has been arrested in Poland

A suspect in the fatal shooting of a Russian activist critical of President Vladimir Putin has been arrested in Poland

Suspect in killing of a Russian artist critical of Putin has been arrested in Poland
Education|Environment|Europe|Science

New discovery may have been Stonehenge prototype

New discovery may have been Stonehenge prototype

New discovery may have been Stonehenge prototype
Crime|Education|Europe|Health|World

Church of England apologizes for role in forced adoptions as recent as the mid-1970s

The Church of England has apologized for its role in forced adoptions as recent as the mid-1970s

Church of England apologizes for role in forced adoptions as recent as the mid-1970s
Europe|Political|World

European Union seeks to reopen communication channel with Russia

The European Union has reached out to Moscow in a tentative bid to open a line of communication so the continent is not sidelined in any potential talks to end Russia’s grinding war in Ukraine, officials said

European Union seeks to reopen communication channel with Russia
Europe|Political|World

Ukraine hits Moscow refinery in major drone attack on Russian capital

Ukraine launched a major drone attack on Moscow on Thursday, hitting the Russian capital's oil refinery for the second time this week in what

Ukraine hits Moscow refinery in major drone attack on Russian capital
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Bank of Spain sees steady quarterly growth, keeps 2026 forecast

Spain's economy likely expanded by 0.5%-0.6% in the second quarter from the preceding three months, when it grew at a similar pace of 0.6% to outperform other large euro

Bank of Spain sees steady quarterly growth, keeps 2026 forecast
Europe|Health|Political|World

Archbishop apologises for Church of England's role in forced adoptions

The Archbishop of Canterbury, Sarah Mullally, apologised on Thursday for the Church of England's role in forcibly separating 185,000 children from unmarried

Archbishop apologises for Church of England's role in forced adoptions
Crime|Education|Europe|World

Parents of Serbian school shooter sentenced in retrial, report says

The parents of a Serbian boy who killed 10 people in a 2023 Belgrade school shooting were convicted at a retrial on Thursday, the prosecutor's office said, with the court

Parents of Serbian school shooter sentenced in retrial, report says
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Two men jailed in Britain for spying for China

Two men, including one who worked as a ​British immigration officer, were jailed on Thursday after being convicted of spying on ‌prominent pro-democracy dissidents now

Two men jailed in Britain for spying for China
Arts|Europe|World

Macron's Versailles diplomacy wins mixed results over decade in power

When Donald Trump, flanked by the French president, signed the Iran memorandum in the opulent Palace of Versailles, the optics were vintage

Macron's Versailles diplomacy wins mixed results over decade in power
Economy|Europe|Political|World

A special election in the UK could hasten the rise of Andy Burnham and the end for Keir Starmer

Keir Starmer's future as Britain's prime minister is on the line in a special election in Makerfield in northwest England

A special election in the UK could hasten the rise of Andy Burnham and the end for Keir Starmer
Business|Europe|Political|US|World

Hegseth announces review of US forces in Europe and again criticizes NATO allies

Hegseth announces review of US forces in Europe and again criticizes NATO allies

Hegseth announces review of US forces in Europe and again criticizes NATO allies
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Israeli foreign minister says he is severing contact with EU foreign policy chief

Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar said on Thursday he was severing "all contact" with European Union foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas over what he said were remarks

Israeli foreign minister says he is severing contact with EU foreign policy chief
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Poland detains suspect in killing of Russian artist critical of Putin, Tusk says

A suspect in the murder of a Russian national has been detained, Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk said on Thursday, after an artist critical of President Vladimir Putin

Poland detains suspect in killing of Russian artist critical of Putin, Tusk says
Americas|Europe|Political|World

Hegseth announces review of US troops in Europe, scorns some allies

U.S.

Hegseth announces review of US troops in Europe, scorns some allies
Economy|Europe|Political|US|World

Kremlin says Europeans probably 'pumped' Trump with harmful ideas during G7 summit

A top Kremlin aide said on Thursday that European leaders had probably pumped Donald Trump with harmful ideas at this week's G7 summit, but that the U.S. president was a

Kremlin says Europeans probably 'pumped' Trump with harmful ideas during G7 summit
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Russian attacks could cut Ukraine grain exports by a third

A rise in Russian attacks on Ukrainian seaports and vessels could cut monthly grain shipments by as much as a third and have left terminal operators facing

Russian attacks could cut Ukraine grain exports by a third
Election|Europe|Finance|World

Italy's emerging far-right party overtakes League for first time, poll shows

Italy's new far-right political force, Futuro Nazionale, has overtaken the more established League party for the first time, a survey by

Italy's emerging far-right party overtakes League for first time, poll shows
Economy|Election|Europe|Finance|World

Lithuania's new coalition seeks long-term US military presence

Lithuania's reshuffled government will aim to secure a long-term presence of U.S. military units in the NATO country, which borders both Russia and Belarus, a coalition

Lithuania's new coalition seeks long-term US military presence
Economy|Europe|World

Hungary urges EU parliament to drop lawsuit over funds release

Hungarian Prime Minister Peter Magyar said on Thursday he would ask the European Parliament (EP) to withdraw its 2024 lawsuit against the European Commission over the

Hungary urges EU parliament to drop lawsuit over funds release
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Zelenskiy says 'Moscow will burn' if Russian strikes continue

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Thursday heavy drone attacks on Russia were retaliation for a strike that damaged a historic monastery in Kyiv this week, and

Zelenskiy says 'Moscow will burn' if Russian strikes continue
Economy|Environment|Europe|Health|Science|World

This city had a flooding problem. So it turned to an animal that had been extinct there for 400 years

This city had a flooding problem. So it turned to an animal that had been extinct there for 400 years

This city had a flooding problem. So it turned to an animal that had been extinct there for 400 years
Europe|Political|US|World

Hegseth blasts NATO members, announces review of US forces in Europe

U.S.

Hegseth blasts NATO members, announces review of US forces in Europe
Business|Europe|Technology

Maserati refreshes lineup ahead of expected strategic reset for luxury brand

Maserati on Thursday presented revamped versions of its GranTurismo, GranCabrio and Grecale models, ahead of a key capital markets day in December aimed at setting a new

Maserati refreshes lineup ahead of expected strategic reset for luxury brand
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

European shares retreat as markets mull hawkish US Federal Reserve

European shares slipped on Thursday as investors increased bets on a U.S.

European shares retreat as markets mull hawkish US Federal Reserve
Europe|Political|Science|World

UN nuclear watchdog chief welcomes Iran-US peace deal, says technical work starts now

The U.N. nuclear watchdog on Thursday welcomed the interim peace deal signed by Washington and Iran, saying it would now be involved in technical

UN nuclear watchdog chief welcomes Iran-US peace deal, says technical work starts now
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Switzerland loses top spot in competitiveness ranking to Singapore

Switzerland has lost its top spot to Singapore in a world ranking of economic competitiveness published on Thursday, as rising global volatility hurt its

Switzerland loses top spot in competitiveness ranking to Singapore
Business|Europe|Technology|World

Finland to buy US glide bombs for F-35s, ministry says

Finland will buy GBU-53 SDB II glide bombs from the United States for its F-35 fighter jets, the Nordic country's defence ministry said in a statement on Thursday.

Finland to buy US glide bombs for F-35s, ministry says
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Sweden, Norway and Canada to announce defence package for Ukraine, Sweden says

Sweden, Norway and Canada will announce a new Prioritised Ukraine Requirements List (PURL) package to supply Ukraine with U.S. weapons, Sweden's Defence Minister Pal

Sweden, Norway and Canada to announce defence package for Ukraine, Sweden says
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|Sports|Travel|World

Harry and Meghan to visit UK with family for the first time in 4 years, British media reports

Harry and Meghan to visit UK with family for the first time in 4 years, British media reports

Harry and Meghan to visit UK with family for the first time in 4 years, British media reports
Business|Economy|Europe|World

German growth hit by Iran war energy shock, IMK says

Germany's economy will grow less than previously expected this year and next as the Iran war and a resulting energy price shock weigh on consumption and

German growth hit by Iran war energy shock, IMK says
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Swiss lower house of parliament rejects Mercosur trade deal

Switzerland's lower house of parliament has rejected an agreement with the South American trade bloc Mercosur amid opposition from both the right and left of the political

Swiss lower house of parliament rejects Mercosur trade deal
Business|Economy|Europe|Sports|Technology

Motor racing-F1 sponsorship could give BYD lower-risk route to global recognition

Electric vehicle giant BYD is interested in getting involved with the Formula One motor racing circuit as it aims to boost its brand outside its home

Motor racing-F1 sponsorship could give BYD lower-risk route to global recognition
Economy|Europe|World

German industry employment falls to ten-year low, study shows

The number of people employed in German industry in 2025 fell to a 10-year low of just 6.6 million workers, a study by the German Economic Institute (IW)

German industry employment falls to ten-year low, study shows
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|MidEast|Technology

Iran war fuel spikes lift Europe's EV sales again, but growth may not last

Rising fuel prices driven by the Iran war are boosting demand for new and used electric vehicles across

Iran war fuel spikes lift Europe's EV sales again, but growth may not last
Europe|World

US is interested in a Polish offer for a permanent US military base, Polish official says

Poland's deputy defense minister says the U.S. is interested in establishing a permanent military base in Poland

US is interested in a Polish offer for a permanent US military base, Polish official says
Europe|Sports|World

Harry Kane ties England's record for World Cup goals in 4-2 win over Croatia

Harry Kane scored twice to equal the English record for World Cup goals, Jude Bellingham added another two minutes into the second half and England beat Croatia 4-2

Harry Kane ties England's record for World Cup goals in 4-2 win over Croatia
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|World

Ukraine's Zelenskiy says he spoke to Trump, Macron after G7 summit

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said late on Wednesday he had spoken to U.S.

Ukraine's Zelenskiy says he spoke to Trump, Macron after G7 summit
Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

US and Iran presidents sign ceasefire agreement, but Trump says he could still resume attacks

The U.S. and Iran released the text of an interim agreement their presidents have signed to end their

US and Iran presidents sign ceasefire agreement, but Trump says he could still resume attacks
Arts|Europe|Political|Travel|World

Macron deploys Versailles’ gold, mirrors and history in a high-stakes courtship of Trump

French President Emmanuel Macron is opening the gilded gates of Louis XIV’s palace to U.S. President Donald Trump for a private reception, show and dinner marking America’s 250th birthday

Macron deploys Versailles’ gold, mirrors and history in a high-stakes courtship of Trump
Environment|Europe|Travel

Ancient Sherwood Forest oak tree reputed to have sheltered Robin Hood has died

Ancient Sherwood Forest oak tree reputed to have sheltered Robin Hood has died

Ancient Sherwood Forest oak tree reputed to have sheltered Robin Hood has died
Africa|Europe|Sports|World

Cristiano Ronaldo and Portugal held to a 1-1 draw by Congo at the World Cup

Cristiano Ronaldo and his Portugal teammates were surprisingly held to a 1-1 draw by Congo in their opening match of the World Cup

Cristiano Ronaldo and Portugal held to a 1-1 draw by Congo at the World Cup
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Trump says 'nobody' attacked Iran girls' school 'on purpose'

U.S.

Trump says 'nobody' attacked Iran girls' school 'on purpose'
Business|Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World

Trump: unfair for Iran to lack ballistic missiles if other countries have them

U.S. President Donald Trump said on Wednesday that it would be unfair for Iran not to have ballistic missiles if other countries have them.

Trump: unfair for Iran to lack ballistic missiles if other countries have them
Economy|Environment|Europe|Finance|MidEast|Stock Markets|US|World

Stocks drop, bond yields rise; Fed keeps rates steady but projects hike for later this year

Major stock indexes fell, bond yields rose and the U.S. dollar extended gains on Wednesday after the Federal Reserve held the benchmark interest

Stocks drop, bond yields rise; Fed keeps rates steady but projects hike for later this year
Asia|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Trump thanks China's Xi, Russia's Putin for being 'neutral' in Iran war

U.S.

Trump thanks China's Xi, Russia's Putin for being 'neutral' in Iran war
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World

Germany's Bosch to pay U.S. $36 million for shipments to China's Huawei

German technology company Robert Bosch agreed to pay $36 million to U.S. authorities for shipping over $70 million worth of sensor products and software for cell

Germany's Bosch to pay U.S. $36 million for shipments to China's Huawei
Europe|MidEast|World

G7 leaders back Trump's deal to end Iran war as more details of it emerge

Leaders at the Group of Seven summit have backed U.S. President Donald Trump's tentative agreement with Iran to open the Strait of Hormuz and extend a ceasefire

G7 leaders back Trump's deal to end Iran war as more details of it emerge
Asia|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine's Zelenskiy meets India's Modi, says closer ties will make both countries stronger

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Wednesday that he hoped closer ties and undertaking joint projects with India would make both countries stronger.

Ukraine's Zelenskiy meets India's Modi, says closer ties will make both countries stronger
Crime|Europe|World

EU parliament backs law allowing offshore detention centres

The European Parliament approved on Wednesday an overhaul of migration policy aimed at ramping up deportations and allowing member states to set up

EU parliament backs law allowing offshore detention centres
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EU Council opening communication channels with Kremlin, official says

The office of European Council President Antonio Costa has made "brief contacts at diplomatic level" with the Kremlin in recent weeks "to open

EU Council opening communication channels with Kremlin, official says
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine working on additional $20 billion military aid from allies, defence minister says

Ukraine is seeking an additional $20 billion in military funding from its allies, Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov said on Wednesday at a joint press conference with his Dutch

Ukraine working on additional $20 billion military aid from allies, defence minister says
Economy|Europe|Political|Science|Technology|World

'I'm the boss', Trump says at G7, as he warms to Ukraine's war aims

U.S.

'I'm the boss', Trump says at G7, as he warms to Ukraine's war aims
Business|Europe|Technology

France's OVHcloud plans frontier AI models to become Europe's second LLM player

OVHcloud plans to train frontier AI models - the most advanced, large-scale systems built from scratch using vast data and computing power - its CEO said

France's OVHcloud plans frontier AI models to become Europe's second LLM player
Business|Europe|Science|Technology|Travel|US|World

US, Europe near approval of Boeing 737 MAX 7, 10 airplanes

Europe and the U.S. are making progress toward approving two new variants of the Boeing 737 MAX for use, a top European aviation regulator

US, Europe near approval of Boeing 737 MAX 7, 10 airplanes
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Finance|Political|World

VW investor Qatar complicates plant deal talks with Israeli arms maker, sources say

Volkswagen's plans for a deal with Israeli arms maker Rafael to use its struggling Osnabrueck plant are being complicated by Qatar's

VW investor Qatar complicates plant deal talks with Israeli arms maker, sources say
Arts|Crime|Education|Europe|Political|Sports|World

Russia accuses Ukraine of attacking bus carrying schoolchildren, Kyiv denies it

Russia accused Ukraine of conducting a deadly drone strike on a bus carrying Belarusian schoolchildren on Wednesday, an allegation that Ukraine's military said was "false".

Russia accuses Ukraine of attacking bus carrying schoolchildren, Kyiv denies it
Economy|Europe|Science|Technology|World

At G7, Macron says he expects progress on broadening access to Anthropic's Mythos

French President Emmanuel Macron said on Wednesday he believed progress would be made in coming weeks on broadening access to

At G7, Macron says he expects progress on broadening access to Anthropic's Mythos
Business|Economy|Europe|World

French economic growth seen at 0.7% in 2026 as oil shock hits consumers, says INSEE

France's economy is set for modest growth in 2026 as an oil price spike squeezes consumers, only partially offset by a rebound in industrial output, the national statistics

French economic growth seen at 0.7% in 2026 as oil shock hits consumers, says INSEE
Europe|Political|World

Poland and Germany sign bilateral defence agreement

Poland and Germany have signed a bilateral defence agreement, defence ministers of both countries announced on Wednesday, as Warsaw is seeking to firm up its alliances at a

Poland and Germany sign bilateral defence agreement
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Spain's ex-PM Zapatero denies wrongdoing in graft court hearing

Jose Luis Rodriguez Zapatero, a former prime minister of Spain, told a High Court judge on Wednesday that he never intervened to secure a

Spain's ex-PM Zapatero denies wrongdoing in graft court hearing
Entertainment|Europe|Health

British TV personality Jeremy Clarkson reveals prostate cancer in final 'Clarkson’s Farm' episodes

British television personality Jeremy Clarkson has revealed he has prostate cancer on the final fifth-season episodes of his farm reality show

British TV personality Jeremy Clarkson reveals prostate cancer in final 'Clarkson’s Farm' episodes
Business|Economy|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|Finance|Lifestyle

Ray-Ban heir Leonardo Maria Del Vecchio steps into the spotlight

Leonardo Maria Del Vecchio, a son of the late founder of EssilorLuxottica, is seeking the financing for a deal to make him the largest shareholder in family

Ray-Ban heir Leonardo Maria Del Vecchio steps into the spotlight
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Trump says he had good talks with Putin and Zelenskiy

President Donald Trump on Wednesday said he has had good talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy on the sidelines of

Trump says he had good talks with Putin and Zelenskiy
Business|Europe

Stellantis talking with two potential partners for Maserati, CEO says

Stellantis is in talks with two potential partners for cooperation on its struggling luxury brand Maserati, the automaker's Chief Executive Antonio Filosa said on Wednesday

Stellantis talking with two potential partners for Maserati, CEO says
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Repeat of 2022 inflation woes less likely but not excluded, ECB's Sleijpen says

A repeat of the 2022 inflation shock that sent interest rates to their highest level in decades looks less likely at the current juncture but can't be

Repeat of 2022 inflation woes less likely but not excluded, ECB's Sleijpen says
Business|Economy|Entertainment|Europe|World

BBC to cut 550 jobs in cost-saving drive, including news division layoffs

Britain's BBC public service broadcaster will cut 550 jobs, including in its news and content divisions, it said on Wednesday, as part of plans under new director-general

BBC to cut 550 jobs in cost-saving drive, including news division layoffs
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Zelenskyy says G7 leaders pledge more vital help for Ukraine against Russia

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says Ukraine has secured key support from world leaders at the Group of Seven summit in France

Zelenskyy says G7 leaders pledge more vital help for Ukraine against Russia
Crime|Europe|World

Jury set to begin deliberations in sex offence trial of Northern Ireland's Donaldson

The jury in the trial of former Northern Ireland politician Jeffrey Donaldson for historical sex offences is set to begin its deliberations on Thursday after his

Jury set to begin deliberations in sex offence trial of Northern Ireland's Donaldson
Europe|Political|World

NATO chief downplays US military cutbacks as top commander makes backup plans

NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte is downplaying the impact of the Trump administration's decision to reduce military support for allies

NATO chief downplays US military cutbacks as top commander makes backup plans
Crime|Europe|Political|World

Killing of Russian artist in Poland has hallmarks of political assassination, prime minister says

Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk says the killing of a Russian artist critical of President Vladimir Putin looks like a political assassination

Killing of Russian artist in Poland has hallmarks of political assassination, prime minister says
Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|Health|Lifestyle

Jeremy Clarkson, ex-‘Top Gear’ host, says he has ‘aggressive’ cancer

Jeremy Clarkson, ex-‘Top Gear’ host, says he has ‘aggressive’ cancer

Jeremy Clarkson, ex-‘Top Gear’ host, says he has ‘aggressive’ cancer
Business|Crime|Economy|Environment|Europe|World

Russian businessman Ilya Traber detained in contract killing probe, media report

Prominent Russian businessman Ilya Traber has been detained in connection with an investigation into a suspected contract killing, Russian media reported on Wednesday.

Russian businessman Ilya Traber detained in contract killing probe, media report
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

UN experts gravely concerned for Britons on hunger strike in Iranian jail

U.N. experts on Wednesday expressed grave concern for two Britons convicted in Iran of espionage who are now on hunger strike in jail.

UN experts gravely concerned for Britons on hunger strike in Iranian jail
Business|Europe|Technology|World

In US, EU mutual interest for Europe to use best AI models, von der Leyen says

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said on Wednesday it was in the mutual interest of the United States and the European Union for the EU

In US, EU mutual interest for Europe to use best AI models, von der Leyen says
Business|Economy|Europe|Food

Brexit 10 years on: UK exporters still adjusting to life outside the EU

When Brexit abruptly ended British cheesemaker Michael Harte’s ambitious European export plans, four years passed

Brexit 10 years on: UK exporters still adjusting to life outside the EU
Europe|Political|World

Denmark says its military will deploy battalion in Latvia

Denmark's military will deploy a battalion of 850 troops to NATO member Latvia in the autumn, taking over from a Swedish contingent that was stationed in the region,

Denmark says its military will deploy battalion in Latvia
Europe|Political|World

Allies filling gaps in NATO crisis forces left by US, Rutte says

Other NATO members have increased their contributions to the alliance's crisis forces to fill many of the gaps left by U.S. cuts to its commitments, NATO chief Mark Rutte

Allies filling gaps in NATO crisis forces left by US, Rutte says
Business|Economy|Europe|Science|Technology|World

AI will lead to labour shortages, Bezos says in optimistic talk

Artificial Intelligence will lead to labour shortages, not the replacement of humans, Amazon founder Jeff Bezos predicted in a highly optimistic appearance at the VivaTech

AI will lead to labour shortages, Bezos says in optimistic talk
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World

UK orders Google to improve search transparency to boost competition

Britain's competition watchdog ordered Google to provide greater transparency on how its search rankings work, part of new rules aimed at securing a "fairer

UK orders Google to improve search transparency to boost competition
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Mood darkens among German auto suppliers as investment, hiring fall, survey shows

German automotive suppliers expecting business conditions to worsen over the next year now outnumber the industry's optimists, a survey showed on Wednesday,

Mood darkens among German auto suppliers as investment, hiring fall, survey shows
Business|Economy|Europe|Science|Technology|World

Europe frets about U.S. AI as tech world flocks to France for G7, VivaTech

By Supantha Mukherjee and Leo Marchandon PARIS/STOCKHOLM, June 17 - Europe's quest for technological sovereignty will dominate discussions at the G7 in France and the VivaTech conference in Paris this

Europe frets about U.S. AI as tech world flocks to France for G7, VivaTech
Education|Environment|Europe|Health|Science|Technology|World

Italian mother takes on Meta, TikTok after daughter's death

In the span of just a few months, Irene Roggero Ugues watched her daughter Rossella's behaviour change as social media

Italian mother takes on Meta, TikTok after daughter's death
Economy|Europe|Political|World

US, Trump have changed to more realistic view of war in Ukraine, Canada's Carney says

The United States and U.S.

US, Trump have changed to more realistic view of war in Ukraine, Canada's Carney says
Business|Economy|Europe|World

How Brexit is estimated to have hit the UK economy

Britain's economy has seen weak growth overall since it left the European Union at the start of 2020, though disentangling the effects of Brexit from the

How Brexit is estimated to have hit the UK economy
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Northern Ireland tops UK's economic growth charts since Brexit vote

This time 10 years ago, few would have predicted that Northern Ireland would be topping the United Kingdom's economic growth charts after the 2016 vote to leave the

Northern Ireland tops UK's economic growth charts since Brexit vote
Crime|Europe|Political|World

UK PM Starmer calls Channel incident involving Russian warship 'reckless'

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said on Wednesday the firing of warning shots by a Russian frigate to divert a UK-flagged civilian yacht near British

UK PM Starmer calls Channel incident involving Russian warship 'reckless'
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|World

ECB wage tracker shows muted pay pressure despite war inflation

Euro zone negotiated wage growth appears to be slowing as predicted, European Central Bank data showed on Wednesday, offering policymakers relief that the Iran-war-

ECB wage tracker shows muted pay pressure despite war inflation
Europe|Health|World

Norway's crown princess undergoes successful lung transplant, palace says

Norway's Crown Princess Mette-Marit has undergone a successful lung transplant and will remain in hospital for several weeks as she begins her recovery,

Norway's crown princess undergoes successful lung transplant, palace says
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

UK inflation unexpectedly sticks at 13-month low before BoE rate decision

British inflation held at 2.8% in May, unchanged from April's 13-month low and below forecasts from both economists and the Bank of

UK inflation unexpectedly sticks at 13-month low before BoE rate decision
Europe|Political|World

European allies have increased pledges for NATO crisis forces, Rutte says

European allies have stepped up to contribute more forces available to NATO in a crisis, after the U.S. reduced its contribution, NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte said

European allies have increased pledges for NATO crisis forces, Rutte says
Europe|Health|World

Norway's Crown Princess Mette-Marit has received a lung transplant

Norway's royal house says Crown Princess Mette-Marit has undergone a successful lung transplant

Norway's Crown Princess Mette-Marit has received a lung transplant
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

BMW shares sink after profit warning highlights China and Iran risk

Shares in German premium carmaker BMW fell around 7% on Wednesday to their lowest since late 2020 after it issued a profit warning that surprised some

BMW shares sink after profit warning highlights China and Iran risk
Economy|Election|Europe|Political|World

Why 0.1% of Britons could determine the prime minister’s fate

Why 0.1% of Britons could determine the prime minister’s fate

Why 0.1% of Britons could determine the prime minister’s fate
Europe|World

Russian frigate that fired warning shots at British yacht was ‘reckless,’ says UK PM Starmer

Russian frigate that fired warning shots at British yacht was ‘reckless,’ says UK PM Starmer

Russian frigate that fired warning shots at British yacht was ‘reckless,’ says UK PM Starmer
Arts|Europe|Sports|World

Pereira fumes over 'illegal shots' after Gane's interim UFC heavyweight title win

Brazilian MMA star Alex Pereira has accused Frenchman Cyril Gane of landing multiple “illegal shots” during their fight for the interim UFC heavyweight title at the White House

Pereira fumes over 'illegal shots' after Gane's interim UFC heavyweight title win
Arts|Crime|Entertainment|Europe|World

A chilling Romanian exhibition replays videotaped secret police interrogations from 1989

An exhibition in Romania’s capital highlights the harsh reality of interrogations by the country's communist-era secret police

A chilling Romanian exhibition replays videotaped secret police interrogations from 1989
Arts|Business|Entertainment|Europe|Sports

Tourists go viral embracing American culture during World Cup

German Football YouTuber Fiago joins The Lead.

Tourists go viral embracing American culture during World Cup
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World

French central bank cuts economic growth outlook as energy prices bite

France's economy is growing more slowly than expected after a sluggish start to the year with the Middle East conflict weighing on activity, the central bank said on Tuesday

French central bank cuts economic growth outlook as energy prices bite
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|World

Volkswagen reduces production at German plant amid uncertain future for site

Volkswagen will pare back production of the open-top T-roc Cabrio SUV at its plant in Osnabrueck, Germany, a company spokesperson said on Tuesday, alarming employee

Volkswagen reduces production at German plant amid uncertain future for site
Europe|Political|World

G7 leaders express optimism for peace after Trump's 'very good' Zelenskiy meeting

U.S.

G7 leaders express optimism for peace after Trump's 'very good' Zelenskiy meeting
Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World

Pope Leo says 'thanks be to God' for interim US-Iran peace deal

Pope Leo on Tuesday praised the interim deal between the United States and Iran to end the regional war in the Middle East, saying "thanks be to God" that

Pope Leo says 'thanks be to God' for interim US-Iran peace deal
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G7 leaders call for strong, coordinated response to Ebola outbreak

G7 leaders called on Tuesday for a strong and coordinated response to the Ebola outbreak in Congo, urging other nations to dedicate resources in a bid to ensure the virus

G7 leaders call for strong, coordinated response to Ebola outbreak
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UK military investigates after Russian warship fires warning shots near yacht in the Channel

A Russian warship has fired warning shots near a U.K.-registered pleasure yacht in the English Channel

UK military investigates after Russian warship fires warning shots near yacht in the Channel
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Four households evacuated after pickup truck crashes into apartment building

Four households evacuated after pickup truck crashes into apartment building

Four households evacuated after pickup truck crashes into apartment building
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China complains UK sanctions on Chinese entities over Russia

The Chinese embassy in Britain said on Tuesday it had lodged "serious

China complains UK sanctions on Chinese entities over Russia
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Shein and Paris department store end controversial partnership

French department store BHV and online fast-fashion retailer Shein have ended their partnership, just seven months after the opening of a permanent Shein shop in the Paris

Shein and Paris department store end controversial partnership
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Kyiv's damaged monastery could take two years to restore, official says

Repairs to a nearly 1,000-year-old monastery in Kyiv that was damaged by what Ukraine said was a deliberate Russian strike could take around two years, an official said on

Kyiv's damaged monastery could take two years to restore, official says
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BMW lowers profit outlook due to China downturn, Iran war double whammy

BMW slashed its outlook for 2026 on Tuesday, blaming an accelerated downturn in the key Chinese market as well as the impact of the Iran war, which the

BMW lowers profit outlook due to China downturn, Iran war double whammy
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EU must tap trillions of euros in private savings to keep up with US and China, investors say

Europe must tap into trillions of euros of private savings to fund the economic transformation it needs to

EU must tap trillions of euros in private savings to keep up with US and China, investors say
Economy|Europe|Political|World

The Latest: Trump at G7 summit for talks with world leaders on Iran and Ukraine

Group of Seven leaders are meeting for talks on Russia’s war in Ukraine and U.S. President Donald Trump's tentative deal with Iran

The Latest: Trump at G7 summit for talks with world leaders on Iran and Ukraine
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Thyssenkrupp to spin off materials trading division, its biggest by sales

Thyssenkrupp plans to spin off its materials trading division, whose sales account for nearly a third of the group's

Thyssenkrupp to spin off materials trading division, its biggest by sales
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Russian artist critical of Kremlin shot dead in Poland

A Russian artist critical of President Vladimir Putin was shot and killed in the eastern Polish town of Biala Podlaska, a Polish prosecutor said on Tuesday.

Russian artist critical of Kremlin shot dead in Poland
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Milan prosecutors probe tram drivers' chat over CCTV images of female passengers

Milan prosecutors have opened an investigation into a WhatsApp group in which about a dozen tram drivers in the city exchanged comments about images of female passengers

Milan prosecutors probe tram drivers' chat over CCTV images of female passengers